Concrete Truck Driver/Batcher

Higginsconcrete; Hastings; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Career development

Job summary

Higgins Concrete in Hastings is seeking an experienced Class 4 Driver to join our team as a Trainee Batcher, with full training provided. The role blends driving with customer service and batching duties.

You will coordinate daily workflow, manage truck movements, and operate the batching plant to load trucks accurately. Applicants must hold NZ Class 2 and Class 4 licenses and be committed to safety, reliable, and able to work in a team or independently.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Class 2 and Class 4 Driver Licence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic attitude
• Commitment to health and safety best practices
• Physically fit with the ability to work in an active environment
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• WTR endorsement is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily workflow
• Manage truck movements
• Operate batching plant to load trucks accurately and efficiently

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Reliability and punctuality

Health and safety conscious

Teamwork and independence

WTR endorsement

Education

NZ Class 2 and Class 4 Driver Licence

Tools

Batching plant operation

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced Class 4 Driver to join our Hastings team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is keen to expand their skills and learn the batching side of the business, with full training provided.

About the Role:

This is a varied, hands-on position that combines driving and customer service with the opportunity to develop batching skills. As a Trainee Batcher, you will assist with coordinating daily workflow, managing truck movements, and operating the batching plant to ensure trucks are loaded accurately and efficiently.

What You'll Bring:

• Current NZ Class 2 and Class 4 Driver Licence
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A reliable, punctual, and enthusiastic attitude
• Commitment to health and safety best practices
• Physically fit with the ability to work in an active environment
• Ability to work well as part of a team and independently
• WTR endorsement is advantageous

What We Offer:

• Full training and development opportunities
• A supportive team environment with a strong safety culture
• The chance to grow your skills and build a rewarding career within our business

If you're looking for more than just a driving job and want an opportunity to develop new skills while working with a great team, we'd love to hear from you.

Higgins Concrete is committed to a drug-free workplace so you will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test prior to joining us as well as a pre-employment health check.

Applicants for these positions must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.